About PP

***This site is currently inactive. As of June 2014, we have taken an indefinite hiatus… Not the Jay-Z-kind, a real one. Who knows if this bird will ever not be able to fly again?***

Provocative Penguin is an independent culture, commentary and art online magazine created to expand the quality and reach of alternative media in Toronto and abroad. It exists to not only share thought-provoking ideas, but to foster talent through a thorough and honest editing process.

We also throw a mean party.

How it works

A new themed-issue featuring original writing and art is released on the second Friday of each month with topical posts being added to the “Freshly Hatched” feed on the front page as they are published in between volumes.

We have a great network of engaged, artsy and intelligent people who are always looking out for something that could fit our brand of “Unrefined Good Taste” and, unlike larger publication conglomerates, we take the time to respond to all legitimate submissions to our site whether we use them or not. Essentially, Provocative Penguin is an opportunity to discuss the best and worst around us, while augmenting the experience for everyone (reader, writer, artist, and thinker) involved.

Upcoming Deadlines

Writing and Art submissions are due the last Sunday of the month to be considered for the proceeding month’s issue.

(Submissions do not have to be limited to the month’s theme. If you have something provocative to say, we want to read it.)

Feb/Mar 2013 – Sex and PartiesSubmissions must be receive by Sunday February 2nd, 2014

Take back the streets! Banning butt cans outside commercial properties is ridiculous. Allow businesses to have their own disposal units to control the mess. Unfortunately, people will not stop smoking because they are forced to litter.

https://goo.gl/KTAv8y - How To: Enjoy Smoking (Cigarettes)

Don’t let the glares get to you. When people pass you on the street and give that “stop trying to kill me” look, remember that they are ignorant. Smokers aren’t trying to harm anyone, but themselves. Obviously, most non-smokers don’t want toxic gas blown in their face. What they may not get is that people who smoke aren’t standing around waiting for their next unsuspecting victim to pass. They are just being themselves, often consciously blowing smoke away from passers by. And honestly, a gust or two isn’t likely to harm anyone.

https://goo.gl/dj2VaK - How To: Enjoy Smoking (Cigarettes)

Take back the streets! Banning butt cans outside commercial properties is ridiculous. Allow businesses to have their own disposal units to control the mess. Unfortunately, people will not stop smoking because they are forced to litter.